Deputy Sheriff, Barber County Sheriff's Office

Barber County Sheriff's Office in Medicine Lodge, KS is accepting applications for the full-time position of patrol deputy.The Patrol Deputy performs a variety of routine and complex law enforcement duties in the administration of the Sheriff's Office.Must be able to work in close concert with the Barber County Attorney, Medicine Lodge Police Department and Kiowa Police Department.This employee musthave excellent communications, problem solving, organizational, reasoning and public relations skills.

Patrol duties include enforcing traffic laws, investigation of crimes and accidents, and providing public assistance. Barber County Sheriff Deputies are required to exercise initiative and discretion while handling emergency situations. Barber County Sheriff Deputies are required to work 12 hour shifts, holidays, weekends and special events as assigned. The Barber County Sheriff's Office wants individuals with the ability to enforce all federal, state, and local laws in a fair and just manner.This work involves an element of personal danger and threat of life.

TYPE: Full Time

SALARY: Salary is $15.00 per hour. The position reports to the Undersheriff. County benefit package consists of health, retirement, life insurance, vacation, holidays, and sick leave. Job requires living in Barber County.

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QUALIFICATIONS:

The ideal deputy will have demonstrated leadership experience, tactical competence and proven work ethic. Kansas Full-time certified is preferred.

Work experience should include a minimum of one year as a certified peace office.Possession of, or ability to obtain appropriate certification as a police officer in the State of Kansas is required. The successful applicant must complete a background check, psychological evaluation, medical exam, drug screen and pass the interview process.